Power Train Problems of Nissan Pathfinder

Nissan Pathfinder owners have reported 2,210 power train related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 32 most common power train problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's power train (1,078 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's transmission fluid leaking (257 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.


Recently reported Power Train problems of Nissan Pathfinder

The Power Train problem

Starts with juddering, loss of power. While driving you can experience a total complete loss of power which deceleration quickly which can cause other vehicles to hit you from behind. End result, shifter moves but doesnt engage gears, like you're in neutral. Engine rev's but you're getting nowhere.   Read details...

The Transmission Fluid Leaking problem

Transmission issue due to leak mixture or radiator fluids. Seems to be a common problem   Read details...

The Transmission Failure problem

I was driving to work when my transmission failed. There was no warning. I was driving about 60mph, and had to merge to the side of the road. I had to get it towed, and it was determined the radiator failed, causing radiator fluid to get into the transmission. This ruined the transmission.   Read details...

The Vehicle Shudder problem

As I am in a complete stop or driving slow I press the pedal to accelerate the car shakes and it is the transmission slipping and it shakes for a good 3 minutes on the road, which is dangerous for me because I�m afraid it�ll stop in the middle of the road or that I�ll get hit   Read details...

The Automatic Transmission problem

The contact owns a 2017 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds the vehicle failed to properly accelerate and the transmission overheated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who diagnosed that the transmission cooler had leaked transmission fluid and needed   Read details...




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